Back To Basics

Personal Stylist Soneca Guadara Shares Her Wardrobe Essentials For Timeless Style

Ready to get back to basics? While trends come and go, there are 12 wardrobe essentials that’ll last a

These are 12 wardrobe essentials you should add to your closet stat.

A Transitional Blazer

A blazer is essential for every capsule closet, as it’s a chic go-to staple that can easily be dressed up or down, depending on the occasion. It’s worth investing in a variety of styles and fabrics that suit warmer and colder months, and I always advise my clients to have a combination of neutral and bright color options in their wardrobe.

STRAIGHT-LEG JEANS

When it comes to straight-leg jeans, you can’t go wrong. Find a pair that suits your needs. Whether they be low- mid- and/or high-rise styles in various cuts, colors and fabrics that are suitable for all shapes and sizes. Good American is one of my favor- for comfort and practicality, as it can be styled with a crisp shirt and sneakers for a smart-casual daytime look or dressed up for an after-dark event with strappy sandals, a handbag and jewels. I recommend having a few key pairs of straight-leg jeans in your wardrobe: lighter denims for the day, darker washes for the evening, plus glossy leather pairs, which also work well as timeless foundation pieces.

Crisp White Tee

white tee is versatile, cool and a piece that you can wear any day of the year. Put your white tee to work. It anchors statement pieces like printed shorts, colored denim and layers perfectly under sweaters.

Little Black Dress

No explanation needed. When looking for the LBD, look for one with a high neckline and a semi-modest length for maximum versatility from day to night. your body type, then pick your silhouette.

Pumps

A classic pair of black pumps will never fail you or as well. Pumps are the perfect shoe option to wear for your 9-to-5, happy hour or a weekend date night with jeans. Pointed-toe styles are pure magic when it comes to making your legs look longer (and leaner).

BUTTON-UP SHIRT

Borrowed from the boys but in better prints and colors, the button-up shirt always strikes a balance between looking casual and polished. Wear it with jeans or a pencil skirt depending on where you need to be. Want to take your button-up up a notch then choose one in a luxe material like viscose or silk.

Wrap Dress

dress looks good on everyone. Pair yours with pumps for a dressy occasion or dress it down with fashion sneakers.

Jean Jacket

A jean jacket is a timeless layering piece that can be worn season after season. A classic medium wash is the most versatile option. A style tip I tell my clients shoulders, but still has some room for sweaters in the fall and sundresses in the summer.

Simple Flats

the right look for anything from a board meeting to a grocery run. Go for a cap-toe style for preppy polish that’s at the top of the trends this season.

A Great Black Bag

Color pop accessories have been trending lately, but a classic black handbag will never go out of style and is a wardrobe essential.

Ankle Boot

that’s way easier to slip into (and pack) than their taller sister. Go for a peep-toe style in the warmer months and a closed-toe style in the cooler months. and blocky to taller and stiletto-esque to land a

Soneca Guadara is a personal fashion stylist who helps women